1. Offer to bring a dish. Make sure your dish is something you can fill up on like a hearty veggie or fruit tray. Make a creative salad or even a bean salad. Make a punch bowl using tea flavored with lemon and lime or Powerade Zero with some Diet Ginger Ale. All of these are healthy options that will help you stay full and satisfied.
2. If you do want to have a "treat" day, don't go wild. Pick a few things that are worth the treat and put them on your plate and don't go back for seconds. For example...if you are craving the salty crunch of the nachos and dip then take a few and put them on your plate, but don't stand next to the chip bowl and devour them! If you can't stop eyeballing the cupcake platter then take one and ENJOY it. When it's done it's done... But try to fill up on healthier options first.
3. Fill up on lean protein. Labor Day outings always include grilling up some meat. Chose the chicken instead of that hamburger, and ditch the bun. Use lettuce to make a sandwich. Protein is very satiating.
4. Sneak in some exercise. If the kids are playing with water balloons then jump in and chase them around. About 20 minutes of running after them will be enough to get your metabolic rate up for sure!
5. Wear something that fits you and shows off your hard work. Don't wear those elastic banded shorts you saved for "fat days." If your clothing fits well you won't want to slam down hotdogs and beer and feel bloated.
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