We asked HMR Health Coach, Terri, to share with us what she eats in a typical day. She coaches people every day to lose weight and keep it off—and she's been doing it for 20 years! So Terri knows a thing or two about healthy eating and successful weight management.

Here's what a typical day looks like for her, and then read on for more tips and non-negotiables that Terri uses to manage her own 25-lb. weight loss.

We also asked Terri some questions about what she does to manage her weight and health:

Q: What things are “non negotiables” for you that help you stay on track?

A: Every day, I am eating at least 5 veggies and fruits, getting in 1 hour of exercise, and at least 2 times a day I am in my records tracking it all. 

Q: What are some of your favorite Phase 2 foods and recipes?

A: For breakfast, I eat an egg sandwich every day. I also love vegetable beef and barley soup, and eat a lot of grain bowls with a lean protein. I love grass-fed ground beef and filet, salmon or chicken sausage.

Q: Do you typically meet the Phase 2 daily and/or weekly goal?

A: Yes. I have rarely missed a day. Even when driving cross country I met my physical activity goal by walking when we stopped at rest stops.

Q: What are the staples of your shopping list to set you up for a strong week?

A: Avocado, english muffins, eggs, cottage cheese, high grade organic lean proteins, grass-fed butter, nuts, fresh veggies and fruits of all kinds. 

Q: Do you prep any food in advance? If so, what does that look like? How often are you prepping?

A: I try and prep my dinners at least 2 days in advance, with enough for left overs and so my husband can take it for his lunch. After 2 days I am bored and want something new, because I like variety (except when it comes to my breakfast—that is the same every day, and that is fine by me!).

Q: Are there any Phase 1 behaviors that you try to keep in Phase 2 that help you stay on track?

A: My typical weekday plan is minimally 2 HMR Shakes, 1 HMR Entree and 5 veggies and fruits. On weekends I usually have 2 HMR Shakes and 5 veggies and fruits.

Q: When/if the scale starts to go up, what behaviors do you push on to get back on track? (more exercise, high volume shakes, more fruits & veggies??? etc.)

A: I focus on Phase 1 days. I will do 3 Shakes + 2 Entrees + 5 Fruits & Vegetables for 3 days and that helps me reset.

Thanks Terri!

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The HMR Program can work for anyone, because it is designed to work for everyone, regardless of eating habits or lifestyle.

Plus, the free coaching that is included with all HMR Plans means you get the tools and support you need to succeed!

Get started on the HMR Phase 1 plan today—we'll send you everything you need to get started (just add fruits and vegetables to round out your daily meal plan). Or if you're looking for more flexibility, the HMR Phase 2 plan can keep you on track with your weight and health goals, while still allowing for some of your own meals and snacks as well.