Being Healthy at the Happiest Place on Earth

Who does not love Disneyland? It is your day to step out of reality and enjoy a day of happiness with no cares in the world. Rides, parades, fireworks, mouse ears and fills your day. We do not realize it, but food is apart of the Disney experience. For me, Disneyland would not be complete without ice cream from the Disney Parlor and a frozen chocolate cover banana. Yum that sounds so good!

Disneyland and food equals a worried Jackie.  I asked Dagan, @forgedfitnow Forged Fit, what should I do and how should I plan for this day because I was NERVOUS. Not only was it Disneyland, but I was also going to be with my family. His advice: first and foremost eat a healthy breakfast. Second instead of eating at the park, go to Downtown Disney. There are more food choices and you will be able to eat at your own pace. Third, let your family know what you are trying to accomplish. Lastly, don't be nervous! Ask them for their support. With slight fear, I agreed and said ok!

I ate a healthy breakfast of egg whites, fruit and 1 piece of toast. I was ready for the day. I made my first decision and made sure I would stick to being healthy. At lunch time, I freaked. The plan was to go to Downtown Disney to eat, however the kids decided to go have pizza. WHAT PIZZA!!! I can't do that. Alarms went off in my head and I am like OMG! I walked in and my eyes saw a salad bar right next to the pizza. My nerves calmed as I heard the angels from the heavens singing praises. I had my salad with chopped chicken breast and water. Woo Hoo, what an accomplishment.

The day was amazing. I was able to go with my 8 year old nephew, Alonso on Big Mountain Railroad. It was his first time on a roller coaster. The day ended with a spectacular firework show.

Who knew that I was still able to live the Disney fantasy with my new reality. What a great day filled with many memories. With the new memories being made, an old tradition ended. I left Disneyland filled with happiness in my heart and no ice cream or frozen chocolate banana in my stomach.

"I tell myself that I am not afraid" - Piglet