One thing that irks me as a training and nutrition coach is that people assume I never do anything “unhealthy”. I’ll be drinking a glass of wine, eating a roll of bread at dinner or adding cheese to my carb-loaded sandwich and people seem so surprised that I’m doing those things.

First of all, any fitness professional who lives a healthy, balanced lifestyle knows how to maintain their fitness level and happiness, which includes indulging in treats and skipping a workout every once in a while. We know our bodies and we know our minds, so we know when we need to skip a workout, or have a cupcake, or two. If a fitness professional wasn’t letting themselves eat certain foods or miss a workout every once in a while, then you probably don’t want to be getting advice from them. Because what kind of a life is a life with restrictions and rules?

Yes, I do a lot of “healthy” things for myself and my mind, but I also do some not-so-healthy things because they make me happy and I deserve to be happy.

So, today I’m sharing here are some of my healthy and unhealthy habits:

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My Healthy Habits:

I eat several servings of vegetables a day…

Usually with lunch and dinner, but of course there are days where I get zero in.

I workout consistently five times a week, sometimes four…

Working out is a huge stress reliever for me. I workout on my own, in my element and it’s part of my weekly morning routine.

I drink a ton of water…

I don’t track or anything like that. I’d go crazy! I drink with all my meals and in between meals. I also drink a lot of decaf tea (this one is my favorite!)

I keep gratitude journal…

I have this 5 minute journal that I write in every morning. I write down three things I’m grateful for, three things that would make the day great and a mantra for the day. It’s just such a great way to start your day with a healthy mindset!

I eat lots of healthy fats…

Peanut butter, candied pecans, almonds, walnuts (I love these pre-made packs!), Perfect bars, Larabars, Avocado, eggs (yolks) I make sure to get several servings throughout the day!

My Unhealthy Habits:

I consume artificial sweeteners…

I put Splenda in my coffee everyday, I drink water with Crystal Light packets several times a day, I do have sugar free syrups every so often and other bars/snacks with sweeteners once in a while.

I don’t always stretch…

I stretch for 5-10 minutes after work everyday, but other than that, I don’t do any long stretching sessions or yoga sessions. I foam roll maybe once a week. Really need to get better at this…

I drink alcohol…

Guys, I friggin’ love wine. I love cocktails. I love it all. I don’t drink everyday, but you betcha I enjoy some drinks on the weekend.

I consume caffeine everyday…

I drink a Crystal Light energy packet during my workout, caffeinated tea in the morning and coffee in the morning. I love trying fun tea flavors and I genuinely love the taste of coffee. I know too much caffeine isn’t great for you, but I keep it reasonable.

At the end of the day, you have to do what makes you happy and makes you feel balanced in life. Everyone is different and it’s important to focus on you, not what others are doing.

Now you tell me…

What’s a healthy habit of yours?

What’s an unhealthy habit of yours?

P.S. Thanks to Jenna for the post inspiration—She did a similar one the other week!