At CrossFit Mokena, we believe that fitness success doesn’t have to come from extreme diets or all-or-nothing plans. Sometimes, it’s the simplest habits—done consistently—that make the biggest difference.
If you’re ready to start feeling better, here are a few easy, actionable ways to take control of your health today.
1️⃣ Meal Prep: The Gold Standard for Success
I know, I know… meal prep sounds boring. But there’s a reason it’s the gold standard for weight loss and weight management.
Prepping your meals ahead of time takes the guesswork out of nutrition. It helps you:
Control your portions
Ensure balanced macros (protein, fats, carbs—and fiber!)
Avoid last-minute “what’s for dinner?” decisions that often lead to takeout
The real magic? Consistency.
Meal prep helps you stay on track, even during stressful or busy weeks.
👉 Action step: Pick at least one meal a day and prep it for the week, including the weekend.
2️⃣ Fiber First: Listen to Your Momma—Eat Your Veggies
When you eat fiber first—like veggies or beans—it slows how quickly the rest of your food digests. This helps:
Steady your blood sugar
Prevent big spikes and crashes
Keep you feeling full and energized longer
👉 Real-life tip: Eat some veggies before heading to a restaurant if you know the chips will hit the table fast. You’ll still enjoy your meal, but your blood sugar will thank you for the next 90 minutes.
3️⃣ Move Daily: Just Start
You don’t need the “perfect” workout plan to make progress. What matters most is simply moving your body every day.
Walk. Lift weights. Join a class. Stretch at home.
Small, consistent movement adds up and builds momentum for real, lasting change.
Find what works for you—whether that’s our CrossFit classes, a park, or a corner of your living room—and embrace the opportunity to move.
4️⃣ Fast(ish): Cut the Late-Night Snacks
Enjoy your dinner! Make it satisfying, with plenty of protein and fiber. Then stop eating for the night.
Here’s why it helps:
Fewer calories: You avoid unnecessary nighttime snacking
Better digestion: Your system gets a chance to rest overnight
Steadier energy: You’ll feel more energized during the day
Fat burning: After several hours without food, your body begins using stored fat for fuel
When you’re ready to eat again, breakfast literally “breaks” your fast.
5️⃣ Consistency Beats Perfection
I know what you’re thinking—you’ve tried this before.
But have you tried it every day? Through weekends? For weeks or months at a time?
You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to be consistent.
Going “all in” four days a week and then completely off the rails for three isn’t progress—it’s frustration.
Start small.
Pick one or two habits you can carry through the weekend and stick with them. That’s where the change happens.
Ready for More?
These tips are actionable steps you can start today.
And when you’re ready for more structure, guidance, and accountability—we’ve got you.
Book a Free Class to learn how CrossFit Mokena helps people lose weight, build strength, and feel better for life.
Because simple steps, done consistently, lead to extraordinary results.
~Coach Christie