50 Days to go...another thought on overcoming a craving...

Today's run felt great! My last run felt horrible. Often times once I get to 1.5 mile head trash starts to take over. Today was not the case. Around lunch time I was able to squeeze in a 2.5 mile jog. It was one of those jogs that I felt like I could have kept running but because of time constraints stopped at 2.5. While I was jogging it hit me, what a great way to squash a craving by exercising. Cravings can sometimes be overbearing and mind numbing. So instead of grabbing for that instant gratification, try moving. Take a walk or jog, stretch, shoot baskets with you kids, throw a frisbee, take a bike ride; just find what it is that takes your mind off of food and enjoy the moment.

I can only share breakfast and dinner pictures today. I didn't have time for a snack and lunch was 1/2 cup of leftover sloppy joes before my run. Needless to say, by the time I had dinner I was soooo hungry!

Breakfast
Scrambled Eggs w, red onion, red pepper and spinach, 1/2 avocado, bacon

Dinner
Pineapple Beef, with Sauteed Asparagus with bacon and onions!

It's going to be an interesting weekend food wise. We are headed out of town and making sure we (I) stay on track is a huge priority even if I have to elbow my way into someone elses kitchen!

It's a priority because everyday I am reminded: Food is a Drug #Paleo!

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