This fall, don't fall

It's crazy, but our nice consumer driven world which brings us each shopping season earlier and earlier every year, has finally unleashed the beast of fall upon us. I am so ready for fall. I love the, well I love the food, and the drinks (the beer is the best). 

So, needless to say, fall is challenging for a food addict! All those calories, especially those calories that add up pumpkin spiced latte after pumpkin spiced lager. The message is: "this fall, don't fall." Don't give up your summer resolves for health and wellness. It is not time to start storing up fat for the winter. We don't have to hibernate like animals. 

What are some tips to keep us motivated through this upcoming season that is already here? 

1. Continue to track everything!

Chances are, especially if you've just begun tracking, once you search for and enter the calories for that first fall treat, you will know exactly the impact it has on your daily food plan. It will help you to limit or cut out the potentially problem food from your diet. 

2. Get back on track!

As the academic world heads back to school, head back to the gym if you've left. I know you're busy, I'm busy. But so is food addiction, and so is laziness, if you allow work and study to control your life. If you fall, get right back up. Get back on track. You need a healthy body to meet life's challenges. 

3. Keep calm!

That is to say, find some quiet time away from the hustle and bustle of work. It's not going to be summer anymore, so you might explore some indoor options for relaxation and stress relief. Have you been to Church lately? 

4. Reach out!

We are all going through stress, and our stress response naturally wants us to reach out for something to help us. It's better to reach out to a friend than for that extra slice of pumpkin cheesecake. Tell someone about your struggles, even with food. Keep accountable throughout this tough season!