Remember by increasing muscle you not only weigh more in pounds, but you will be burning more calories just sitting around. Muscle weighs more than fat AND burns more calories than fat.

Forget the scale and go by your volume. My physical science students always look at me weird when I say I have to get back to my eating plan because my volume is increasing They're like, "huh?"

Cut back on added sugar and processed foods, while increasing water, fresh vegetables, lean meats, and whey protein after a workout. Grocery shopping is really easy; buy lots of bonless chicken and fish, a cart of fresh vegetables to saute, and some whole grains. Done! When my husband asks what we're eating for dinner I just say grilled meat and vegetables.

Like many of you have said, when we want to endulge we go out. That way the excess isn't sitting around.

Good luck.