Healthy Choices While Eating Out
Eating Out can be done in a healthy manner. there are several people who are so busy with work, working out, and life that the best way for them to get something to eat is to eat out in the closest restaurant. Eating out can pose a problem if you want to keep that unwanted fat off. There are so many great tasting foods on that menu that are not so great for your figure. In this article I will give you some ideas on what to eat when you do eat out. This information is all based on assuming that you work out on a regular basis. If you do not, this article is not for you.
How to Eat Out Fast Food Style
It is a relief to know that you can eat out and still have a healthy meal. Let's start with the fast food chains that are notorious for adding the unwanted inches. Although eating at a fast food restaurant is for the most part a big "no no" and if you have a personal trainer he or she would probably make you pay in your next workout for eating there. A grilled chicken salad is generally an option. Next on the line would be a grilled chicken sandwich with no mayo. And absolutely NO French Fries! Stay away from the fries. A sandwich is a good option - just be sure to stay away from the mayonaise and cheese.
How to Eat Out Restaurant Style
There are some great restaurants for eating out. Generally a sit down restaurant is a lot better for you than fast food. For the most part a good sit down restaurant will have a healthy category on their menu. Ordering from this category is pretty safe and for the most is a healthy meal that includes vegetables, protein, etc. Also ordering a grilled chicken salad of some kind will work as well. Portion size is going to be the problem. The portions are usually big which can really pack on the calories. So a good practice is to ask for a to-go box as your order so when your meal comes out place half of it in that to-go box. This helps you not eat the whole thing unconsciously. Also we tend to forget that our drinks have calories too. So it is important to stay away from soda or high sugar drinks. If you have an alcoholic beverage, be sure to keep it at one or two. I know that is hard to do after a hard day at work but doing this will help keep the calories down.
About the Author
Zach Hunt who used to be 107 lbs. overweight as a teenager started Physzique, a fitness coaching firm in Spokane, WA. Check it out: http://www.spokanefitnesscoach.com/articles/personal-trainer-spokane-super-shape.html Take a look here for more great tips on how to look your best: http://www.spokanefitnesscoach.com/
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