Mini Food Journal: The Power of Grouping and Planning
Welcome
Looking for a starting point when it comes to food journaling?
I made one for you. (Access it below, for free ya’ll!)
BTW, why bother food journaling? Because being intentional is everything…
Before we get started, here’s a quick background on me.
I’m Holly Ecimovic, I create books and journals for health and wellness coaches, and for those who love personal development + fitness.
I also design journals. Download all my freebies for your coaching clients, or treat yourself, over here in my Free Stuff Vault [ACCESS NOW.]
Power of Planning
Listening to a Podcast the other day, I was reminded that there is true power in writing down goals.
That made me think, well, there must be power in tracking our progress, writing down the plan, and then writing out the goal -- all right before we see the end result.
I created a little worksheet for you that you can use when categorizing your food choices this week, grab it HERE.
Also, grab my other hacks sheet, the Organize Your Kitchen Cheat Sheet!
So, back to the Mini Food Journal…
If the saying is true, "energy flows where attention goes," well, by using this Mini Journal, you'll be one step closer to paying attention to how you want to show up when it comes to taking care of YOU.
You can add to this journal, it's just a starting point for you to help get your mind thinking about how each food makes you feel and affects your health.
Being Mindful
Notice in the Mini Food Journal, I started off with JUST six categories. (Click above to see it!)
That’s because your brain can only do so much at one time.
In fact, I think I chose too many categories!
The point is: I chose categories and specific food groups to focus on, so that I can hone in on thinking intentionally about what types of food I want to consume, in those categories.
For example, if I want to quit grabbing for a pack of crackers or cookies or something post-workout (which I often do, unfortunately) I can then add the category “post-workout foods” to my food journal sheet that week, and BAM! There I am intentionally focusing on that.
You might be asking yourself, what makes me think that a journal could help me take action?
Well, think of it this way — it’s a nice reminder to have in a busy world, that you have to choose your foods, before they choose you!
What I mean by that, is, don’t be a victim to poor planning, or a busy schedule.
Use the journal to be intentional, and you will avoid making a not-so-good decision in the heat of the moment.
It’s all about hacking your brain!
Bonus
I have another amazing guide on fruit-infused water. Grab the Infused Water 101 free Guide Book, HERE!
You get dozens of combos, ideas for adding fruit and herbs to your water, and you also get a breakdown of each of the benefits of what you’re consuming.
Examples:
Mint: Soothes the stomach and reduces inflammation
Lime: Helps with digestion and naturally detoxes
Lemon: A natural detoxifier (also helps with bloating and fluid retention.)
Cucumber: Anti-inflammatory, hydrating, flushes toxins
Basil: Anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial
Cantaloupe: Great for skin and hair
Watermelon: High in lycopene and antioxidants
That’s it for now. Have an awesome time journaling! It’s truly a great way to crush your goals.
Be sure to hit up my Free Stuff Vault, HERE!
Holly Ecimovic
HollyEcimovic.com Longwood, Fla.