The Single Ladys Definitive Guide to Surviving Valentines Day on a Diet

Hey single ladies! Countdown to V Day... The stores are dawned with heart shaped boxes, fluffy teddy bears, and roses...and youre single. Ughhh....

I know what youre thinking, "Its just another day, Ill be fine. Im amazing, and I LOVE single life." Thats all probably true, especially the part about you being amazing... but lets be real, Valentines Day sucks when youre single. And if youre trying to diet on Valentines day WHILE being single...Lord have mercy. Maybe you have incredibly strong will power, and if thats case then this blog isnt for you. This blog is for the single ladies with a chocolate addiction and enough bad breakups to inspire a season of Gilmore Girls.

 Ive spent 21 of my 22 years of life as a single person on this holiday, and while Im all for empowering women, not needing a significant other to be happy, and learning to enjoy life as a single adult, every Valentines day, since the age of 17, made me want to stuff my face with all the tiny, mysterious, assorted chocolates in the world. Its the one day I feel like I can justify wallowing in self pity and single-ness.

Back at my heaviest weight of 285, I remember being so excited for Valentines Day to be over  because that meant all those Valentines Day cakes and candies were going on clearance the next day. Cheapest binge of the year. Then I started my weight loss journey; my Valentines ritual of overeating was no longer an option. I had to learn how to survive Singles Awareness Day without smothering my emotions in food.

As a "Single on Valentines Day Dieting Veteran," here are my tips for sticking with your diet:

Stay Busy

The best way to cope with Valentines Day is staying so busy you dont have time to notice all the cutesy PDA of couples out and about on the dates. Stay home and start a Pinterest project, open up an new book to read, take a bubble bath, give yourself a mani, pedi, or immerse yourself in work. Be so incredibly productive that you dont have time to think about being single, or wanting junk food.

Hello Fresh Fruit

Today, fresh fruit is your date. Cut up strawberries, cover them in Trulicious stevia and eat them all through the day. It will taste indulgent, but you wont need to feel guilty for enjoying this treat. If you get to the point where you are feeling like you need to eat more sweets, choose fruit (its better to have fruit, even if its not on your diet paln, than chocolate). Raspberries and bananas also taste incredible topped with stevia. 

Avoid the Sappy Movies & Love Songs, Maybe Even Facebook

As much as you want to listen to Drake and Lana Del Rey as you help yourself to a double chocolate sheet cake, dont. Dont listen to anything that is going to make you feel bad about being single. Avoid Sleepless in Seattle, avoid How Harry Met Sally because these movies are just going to make you feel all weird inside. Watch that documentary on the fast food industry that youve been seeing on Netflix. Oh and Facebook.... yeah, avoid that too. It will be littered with, "omg. best. boyfriend ever. thanks for the flowers boo. #Love #VDay #BooThang #LoveHim #Roses #Spoiled #TrueLove #SuckItSingleGirlReadingThis."  

Hit the Gym

Crushing a tough workout is the ultimate feeling of empowerment. Even better than that, you dont even have to change out of your sweat pants to do it. Throw on some Nikes, hit the treadmill and run until you feel like the hottest girl in the gym. If youre on Phase 2 of the HCG Diet, you can still do this, just remember that you may need to have an extra serving of protein before and after your workout. 

Dont be too Hard on Yourself

Do your best to stick to your healthy goals, but if you slip up, its not the end of the world. Get back on track. Whatever happens, youre not a failure. You really are amazing, and while it may be hard to believe on a day like Valentines Day, you dont need anyone else to make you happy. If love is meant to be youll find it when you are meant to. Who knows, maybe the person who will be your future soul mate is also sitting home alone thinking about when theyll finally meet you. 

Steer Clear of the Candy Aisle

This one is pretty straight forward. If an alcoholic steps into a bar while upset, its a relapse waiting to happen, just like if you hit up the bakery on your diet, youre bound to leave with a fresh cannoli. If youre committed to sticking to your diet this Valentines Day, dont go near junk food. A chocolate-less Valentines Day doesnt seem very festive, I realize, but youll feel much better about yourself the next day having stuck to your diet. 

Send Yourself Flowers

Super lame, right? Wrong. No one has to know you sent them to yourself. For all they know you have a
secret admirer. Plus, even when you buy them yourself, they still make you smile when they show up at the door. :)

Girl, youve got this. Its just another day and youll be too busy working out, painting your nails and eating deliciously sweet strawberries to even think twice about being single. 

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HCG Hormone Free Round 5 Progress Update

Today is day 17 on the HCG Hormone Free Drops from HCGDiet.com. I feel great! My energy levels are fantastic, I dont feel hungry. I havent had terrible cravings. Things are just so good!

Im down 11.8 pounds! Considering Ive had 4 different days of cheats, TOM, and an incredible amount of stress at work & school within the last two weeks, Im beyond satisfied with my results. I only have 13.6 pounds to go before I reach my go for this round!

Losing pounds is extremely motivating, but inches are even more motivating because I can see the difference when I wear clothes I havent been able to wear in a long time. Finally wearing my snug-fitting, size 12 skinnies! Wooohoo! I bought them super snug back in March and they are just now fitting the way I want them to.

This round hasnt been a complete breeze. The cheat days were a bit tough to recover from, but I knew going into this round I was going to eat whatever I wanted for my boyfriends birthday parties (per his request). Even after the parties were done, the temptation lingers, but I am trying my best to put my goal at the top of my priorities list. 

Last night I turned down chocolate covered macadamia nuts, pizza, and bread sticks. Im going strong right now, but even if I were to cheat I know that it will be OK just as soon as I get back on track. Im really trying to focus on that idea this round: moving on, not feeling guilty, and getting back on track. Ive grown to recognize that guilt is a trigger for my emotional eating. So no matter how badly I slip up, I brush it off and start fresh the next day. 

Life is good. Youre a strong individual who can only give their best. Stop spending time feeling guilty when you fall a bit short. Stop comparing yourself to others and wallowing in self-consciousness. Go out and do something amazing for yourself.

You can get the hormone free drops Im using for 40% off when you use coupon code MYHCGTRIUMPH. This is an exclusive code for my readers only! 26 day kits are less than $50! Get yours now! 

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Best HCG Before Afters of 2013

2014. I cant necessarily call it a "Fresh Start" because nothing is really changing. I am continuing to strive to be healthy. Its as hard as ever, but so worth the effort. Much like myself, a lot of people are setting resolutions to lose weight and get healthy.

 I realize how hard it can be to get started. It took me a long time to admit that I needed the help of a program like the HCG Diet. Actually, what finally did it for me was looking at before and after pictures from HCG Triumph. Last year I collected the most inspiring before and after pictures from 2012, and this year I wanted to do it again as a reminder. Keep in mind, all of these people are REAL people that I have personally been in contact with. They are incredible individuals and I hope you find their journeys as motivational as I have. 

Brittany A. has done an amazing job losing weight. We are close to the same height so she is a reminder to me that my goal weight is attainable!

Amanda B. started at a weight close to my own. She has completely transformed her body. 

Karen B. is proof that its never too late to take control of your life. Despite the stress in her life she is remaining determined. Shes already down 27 pounds! 

Sara G. lost 38 pounds in less than two months. She is doing such great job. Shes continuing her weight loss in 2014!

Nathalie managed to survive finals week without gaining weight. This lady is determined. She looks incredible!

Dar completely transformed her body by losing 65 pounds. I cant wait until I get to where she is! 

In 2014, Ill continue to get healthier. I will continue to feel more confident about who I am. I will empower myself to make decisions for my body that are less emotional and more long term oriented. HCG changed my life and the lives of all the people here. Imagine what it could do for you.

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HCG Triumph Hormone Free Drops What makes them work

Today is my second day on the HCG Hormone Free drops from HCGDiet.com. So far, I feel great! My energy levels are fantastic, my hunger is under control, and despite loading up on crap, I have only had one mild detox headache. The best part? Im down 4.6 pounds. :) I am loving this new formula and Im excited to see how my body continues to respond over the next few days. The true test will be the next 6 pounds. That will put me below my lowest weight (in memory). Its so exciting!

The past two days Ive received a lot of crazy looks from fellow dieters when I tell them that Im trying hormone free drops. They usually say, "They wont work!" or, "You will be too hungry." I used to share that opinion of hormone free drops myself. When HCGDiet.com released their version of Hormone Free HCG Drops, I started doing some research on HCGDiet.coms formula compared to others, and I found that what my fellow dieters dont realize is that the formula Im using isnt like the watered-down, hormone free stuff they picked up in GNC or Wal-Mart just because it was affordable. The drops I am using are a quality version that HCGDiet.com has put a lot of time and money into formulating. Lets break down the formula of these new drops.

• Agnus castus (Chaste Tree Berry): Eases problems with menstruation, decreases headaches and inflammation
• Ammonium carbonicum: Eases fatigue, improves circulation
• Angelica sinensis (Dong Quai): Helps balance the female hormonal system, helps treat anemia, helps treat high blood pressure
• Calcarea carbonica: Increases energy, used to treat common symptoms of obesity
• Cimicifuga racemosa (Black cohosh): Eases symptoms of menopause, acts as a diuretic
• Dioscorea villosa (Wild Yam): Treats inflammation, high cholesterol, and menopause or PMS symptoms
• Phosphorus: helps the body more efficiently use carbs and fats
• Glycine: Helps treat metabolic disorders
• L-Arginine : Lowers blood pressure, improves kidney function
• L-Carnitine: Lowers cholesterol
• L-Ornithine: Improves muscle health
• Lysine: Helps maintain overall health
• Phenylalanine: Improves mood, helps with withdrawal symptoms
• Peppermint Essential Oil: Prevents Nausea and indigestion
• Tyrosine: Improves mood, ability to focus, acts as an appetite suppressant

I realize thats all a lot to take in, and I guess the point Im trying to make is this: HCG Hormone Free Drops are formulated to help support your body in nearly every way during the diet. They have ingredients that help you lose weight and feel good doing it. Not only do they improve the health of your body while you lose weight, they contain an appetite suppressant and fat burner so you can make the most out of your Hormone Free experience.

After doing the research, I have a lot of confidence in this product. I am looking forward  to seeing continued results and evaluating how the weight loss compares to HCGDiet.coms drops with the HCG hormone with the same protocol. If these first two days are any indication, this is going to be a really great round!
Have you ever used HCG Free drops? Did you have success? I want to read your experiences. Post your story below!

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