This is part of my ongoing “Get Fit” series.
My first post in this series highlighted that I was trying to alter my eating habits to get in better shape, but to also save money on my eating out expenses. From that post,
“In doing this I will not only be cutting calories out of my diet and reducing the amount of fried food I eat, I’ll also be saving a nice chunk of money. If I can stick to this plan I’ve estimated that I’ll save, at a minimum, $200 a month by not eating out for lunch.”
Yesterday, I took a moment to compare my spending habits for the last 30 days with the previous 30 day period. To my delight my eating out expense had reduce by $210!
Now, if you are thinking, “That’s more than I spend eating out all month!” cut me some slack. I’m a single guy with a busy lifestyle, so the dream of eating at home for every meal simply isn’t part of my reality.
I’ve still only lost two pounds, but think part of the reason is because I’ve gained a little muscle along the way. At least I like to hope that’s the case.
I also started inline speed skating (Told you I’m a dork) again last week. It’s a sport I took part in when I was younger and is the best all around workout I’ve ever had. Skating is the only thing that has been able to get me to my absolute max, and then about 10% past that. Needless to say it’s going to help get me in shape.
Let’s circle back to that $200. That’s a pair of jeans! And don’t give me a hard time for liking nice jeans – it’s something I wear quite often and they have a good lifespan.
Regardless of whether the money stays in savings or if I opt to spend it, the plan is working.
Tip: Next time you go to order a soda when eating out, think twice. You’ll quickly save $2, if not more.
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