A vacation is meant to be enjoyed, not stressed over. Here’s what I was NOT doing to ‘get ready’ for my spring break trip, because extreme measures aren’t the answer! And while my body is not "perfect", it doesn't need to be "fixed". 

1️⃣ Drastically slashing calories or cutting out entire food groups
🚫 No starving myself or doing extreme low-carb, low-fat, or “only eating salads” plans.
✅ Instead: I’ll continue fueling my body well, eating balanced meals with protein, fiber, & healthy fats.

2️⃣ Doubling up on workouts or doing endless cardio
🚫 No “two-a-day” workouts or marathon cardio sessions to “burn off” food.
✅ Instead: I’ll stick to my normal strength training routine and prioritize daily movement and my outdoor walks- because consistency matters more than last-minute effort.

3️⃣ Drinking detox teas, juice cleanses, or ‘quick fix’ supplements
🚫 No gimmicks, no laxative teas, and no overpriced “detox” drinks. Gross.
✅ Instead: I’ll drink water, eat fiber, and let my body do its own detoxing (that’s what my liver and kidneys are for!).

4️⃣ Eliminating all my favorite foods or feeling guilty for eating treats
🚫 No labeling foods as “bad” or trying to be “perfect” before vacation.
✅ Instead: I’ll enjoy all foods in moderation & focus on protein and fiber so I feel my best.

5️⃣ Weighing myself daily and stressing over the scale
🚫 No obsessing over numbers or trying to hit an arbitrary weight before vacation.
✅ Instead: I’ll focus on how I feel, my energy, and staying strong, because my worth isn’t tied to a number.

6️⃣ Hyper-focusing on ‘swimsuit body’ pressure
🚫 No body shaming, comparing myself to influencers, or feeling like I need to “earn” my vacation.
✅ Instead: I’ll appreciate what my body can do, wear the swimsuit, & enjoy my trip!