Two Tacos and A King of Wishful Thinking
Song of the Day: King of Wishful Thinking – Go West
Motivational Quote: “Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, and others make it happen.” – Michael Jordan
The First Rep
Midweek Madness — the day my diet plan wrestles with midweek cravings, and somehow the snacks usually win by knockout in the first round. I hit the gym anyway, headphones blasting, sweat dripping, telling myself I was in control.
Then Tobito, cape flapping dramatically, jumped onto the dumbbell rack like it was his stage. He belted out an off-key version of “King of Wishful Thinking”:
🎶 I’ll pretend my cravings don’t exist… 🎶
The Refried Avenger groaned, covering his face with a tortilla-chip gauntlet.
“Bro, you sound like a blender full of beans.”
And just like that, my workout was less about discipline and more about not dropping a barbell while laughing.
Grind & Glory: The Cost of Weight Loss
Here’s the truth people don’t always talk about: getting healthier can get expensive.
Food Costs: Eating lean proteins, fresh produce, and whole grains adds up fast compared to dollar-menu dinners. A bag of chips is $2, but a container of blueberries? $5. Inflation doesn’t care about my macros.
Clothing: Drop a size, great — but that means buying new jeans, shirts, and belts before your old ones have even worn out. Progress empties your closet and your wallet.
Footwear: Cardio chews through shoes. Lifting requires support. And heaven forbid you try running in your old “mowed-the-lawn” sneakers — your knees will sue you.
Supplements & Gear: Protein powder, resistance bands, shaker bottles, gym gloves. Nothing wild, but those “little extras” multiply quicker than Tobito at a salsa bar.
It’s no wonder so many people struggle to balance weight loss with real-life budgets. It isn’t just discipline — it’s math. And sometimes the math feels brutal. But here’s the flip side: investing in health now saves me future bills from doctors and meds. It’s not cheap — but neither is being unhealthy.
Mini Adventure: Fashion Week, Snack Edition
Back at home, I complained about how expensive clothes were after losing weight. Before I could finish, Tobito and the Refried Avenger dove into my kitchen drawers.
Minutes later, they strutted out like deranged fashion designers.
Tobito twirled dramatically, tortilla cape flaring.
“Behold! The Enchilada Elegance collection! This fine shirt is made entirely from shiny tortilla chip bags. Breathable, crunchy, and guaranteed to keep you snack-ready at all times!”
The Refried Avenger shoved forward, holding up his creation like it belonged on a Paris runway.
“Forget that. This is high art. A jacket crafted from hot sauce packets — each one stitched together with floss. It radiates confidence and a faint smell of midweek madness.”
The room smelled faintly of spice and plastic, the crinkle of chip bags loud as they posed like top models.
I raised an eyebrow.
“So, which one’s supposed to be workout gear?”
“Inspiration gear,” Tobito said, hiding something small behind his back again. I squinted.
“What’s that?”
“Uh… nothing,” he said quickly, tortilla cape fluttering nervously.
I let it slide. For now.
Wins & Losses
Win: Stayed on track with cardio and meal prep despite cravings. Saved a little money by swapping pricey protein bars for homemade overnight oats.
Loss: My budget feels tighter than my old jeans. Healthy living is pricey, and I caught myself stress-scrolling takeout apps just to “window shop.”
Daily Victory Lap
Even on the expensive days, even when the cravings hit, I remind myself: this isn’t just about money or macros — it’s about building a life I won’t regret later. My wallet might feel lighter, but so does my body, my mind, and my heart. And that’s worth every penny.
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Have you noticed how expensive weight loss and healthier living can get? What’s your go-to hack for saving money while staying on track? Drop it in the comments — someone (including me) might need your trick.
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