RIO Fitness Chicago® Exercise & Nutrition Blog

RIO Fitness Chicago® Tip:

Do you have a healthy relationship with food & drink? Do you turn to food/drink when you're emotional? Do you use food/drink as rewards for exercise (Example: "I just did an hour on a cardio machine at the gym, so I can indulge tonight on alcohol and/or pizza/burgers/dessert.")? If the answer is yes to either of the last two questions, then the answer to the first question is no. Emotional eating/drinking is a vicious cycle that leads to negative feelings which lead to more emotional eating/drinking. Food & drink should NEVER be used as rewards for exercise. New outfits, a spa day, or a mini weekend vacation, should be the rewards for reaching significant fitness goals.