I have heard of a saying that goes: "You can't out train your diet." In other words, if you eat a lot of junk, no amount of rehearsal you do will give you results. I had to learn this the hard way. For years, I struggled with getting into the rehearsal habit. Finally, I changed my mindset and now I rehearsal usually and beyond doubt enjoy it.
However, although I exercise, my diet was still the same. I cleaned it up a minuscule by cutting out soda and watching my junk food intake, but it wasn't enough. I wasn't losing any weight. I realized I had to turn my mindset with food the same way I did with fitness.
The first thing I did was to reckon what my daily caloric intake should be. I also tracked my fat the first few weeks to get an idea of the calorie article of meals as well as learn portion control. Yet, my biggest struggle were my dessert cravings. I was used to eating desserts on a daily basis.
Typically after lunch and dinner, I want something sweet. Now after lunch, I reach for fruit but after dinner, I want chocolate. Chocoholics out there can understand what I'm talking about. This is where I use Shakeology. If you are not customary with it, it is an ultra-premium nutritional supplement.
Some people use protein shakes as their dessert replacement. You can also blend up fruit smoothies to accomplish the same thing. Reaching for fruit is a lot healthier than giving in to your popular treats. If you're implicated about carbohydrate intake, do a hunt for "paleo desserts." Paleo dieters avoid the bad carbs found in white flour and refined sugar. They often have great recipes for desserts.
Be right with eating protein bars as a dessert substitute. Find ones that are not full of sugar as they can be just as high in fat and carbs as a slice of chocolate cake. The same goes for granola bars, pudding snacks, etc., and other snacks that are commonly marketed as health food.
Finally, don't deprive yourself of a popular treat once in awhile. I usually indulge one day a week by eating one of my popular desserts. I don't go overboard with it, but just sufficient to be satisfied and not crave it for the rest of the week. I think over time, the cravings will come to be less and less.
