My 10 Fabulous Fit Tricks for Surviving a Social Summer!

You're probably thinking that this summer you're going to be fucking miserable, because you have body goals and also a social life, which by the way, don't mix... But I'm here to tell you, you can still go to parties, restaurants, and BBQ's and indulge on the light side! Here are my 10 simple tricks:

1) TAKE FOOD! Don't leave home without something! So if your job is to bring an appetizer bring one you can share, but also eat!  I've even gone to the trouble of portioning out mine separately so when I arrive I have my food already measured, so that way I just throw it on a plate and I don't look like the crazy person in the corner with my food scale. AND you're still eating what you brought! No one would even know!  Example- you bring a fruit salad... cut up your portion at home so you know what you're eating before you get there!

Some great ideas are.... watermelon and cucumber sandwiches with a toothpick holding them together, Ceviche and baked chips (portion your chips especially ahead of time or it'll be a never ending disaster of chip porn in the bowl and you won't be able to stop.. Hypothetically speaking), I love endive lettuce with a tiny bit of blue cheese a slice of apple and a walnut laying inside, fruit salad, a kale salad, a veggie platter with a light cucumber yogurt dip, a plate of meats, cheeses and crackers (this is also super easy to portion out ahead of time, but don't get cheese crazy.. more meat less cheese ;).

If dessert is what you're bringing there are a ton of ideas on Pinterest! If you want something really clean, there are a bunch of Paleo type desserts that are gluten free, sugar free and dairy free. Use the web! That shit is awesome!

2)  If you're friends want to celebrate another friends birthday or do a girls night of some kind, offer to do it at your house instead of going out! You can prep food for yourself and also feed them! If cost is an issue, tell them they can all pitch in 10 bucks each and you'll take care of everything else! That's a perfect night for a taco bar and skinny margaritas! But even though I mention skinny, 10 is still too many, so stick with 2 drinks and call it a night! You can do it... how bad do you wanna look great?!

3) Carry that friggin gum everywhere! I'm serious... like 5 flavors in your purse. That shit saved my life prepping for my bikini show. I may have had lethal gas at all times, but I had abs.. soooo you'll get over it. This is amazing because when you need something sweet it helps with the cravings!

4) Have Two That's What I'd Do! And by this I mentioned it before in #2 , but have 2 drinks and let it goooo let it goooo.... then chew your gum. I tell myself I'm ordering one drink before dinner and then another with dinner. Then I move on. Sip them a little longer.. maybe have a conversation.. You don't need to chug that shit.... I have a toddler that reminds me of a mix between Dennis the Menace and the Tasmanian Devil and even I can sip that drink. So just do it.

5) If that dessert is what you want, no drinky poo for you. You can't have it all ... sadly... I've tried, so if you want the treat, order ice tea during your meal. It's a give and take ... not a take take take. As my husband told me 5 million times,  "you cannot be extraordinary by doing ordinary things." I know, he's mine.. you can't have him ;)  #nopressure

6)  ALWAYS look at the menu online before you go to the restaurant!! This saves me every time! Plan ahead... decide what you're going to order and stick with it! Is it a salad and wine, or burger and no wine, or salad and dessert?! Again, give and take.  How bad do you want to change?

7) If you're hosting a BBQ or party have activities!!!! Like, things to do besides food! There are a ton of fun large and small group games that you can incorporate! Maybe even plan a hike and then picnic at the top of the hill! Outdoor activities are the bomb!

8) Don't fall into peer pressure! People who aren't so in love with themselves like to hate on other people... basically it's the "misery loves company" thing, SO say whatever you gotta say to make them go away! " my stomachs bothering me" " I have a headache" "I took some medication" "I'll try some of that "later"" "oh yes, I had some it was really good" ... or there's my personal favorites "ya, no"  "mind your own business" "how does me not eating it have anything to do with you." Or "fuck off" is good too. Just sayin.

9) Keep your eye on the prize... really it's all so mental. Once you get past what you think is depriving yourself, you realize how good you feel and look, how your skin is better and you're sleeping better and the fries and beer and pizza look a little bit less appealing. Just gotta get to that point.

10) There are great substitutions for everything! Healthier bagels, baked chips, fruit juice sweetened items, organic, dairy free and the list goes on! Make smarter choices!! Not just for yourself but also for your family! Don't have things in your home that are easy for you to grab! You will snack on shit if you have shit! I don't buy things for Colton that I personally would not eat...if hosting a child's  birthday party incorporate these same ideas! Even if pizza is cheaper...and there's a reason..you can come up with a much healthier, more creative option still on a budget! Again, use that web!  If its not in front of your face, you wont want it or need it...be a little selfish this summer :)

YOU GOT THIS!

Insane Bikini Momma