In our superficial society, the notion of having a "perfect body" is one that while not existing, is sought after by men, women and children. Being a 20 year old woman, I can attest to crying when opening a Victoria's Secret catalog while eating my pint of fro-yo. Although I am a huge supporter of body self-love, there is nothing wrong with always looking to improve! Whether it's eating clean, exercising more or scaling back on caloric intake, progress is never bad. However, we can all agree, dieting is soul-sucking. Food is a social endeavor and brings people together. I admit, I have used food as a way of self-soothing during times of stress, annoyance or pure boredom. I can also admit, I am one of said people who is always putting themselves on diets and declare to the world my allegiance to the grind. Regardless of how seasoned a veteran one may be in the glorious world of dieting, a roller-coaster of emotions is always to be expected when pushing yourself to the absolute limit. For the people who are always on diets, slaving away at the gym or dreaming of carbs, this one's for you! So, sit back with your cleanse in hand, and enjoy!

1. The first day of your "journey" and you're trying to decipher what you can and cannot eat

And you're almost ALWAYS disappointed with the outcome.

2. Having your first meal with friends who get burgers as you get a lifeless salad

And they don't get why you're all teary-eyed as they chew on that deliciousness.

3. Deciding to consult a trainer for the first time

They didn't choose the hard core life, the hard core life chose them.

4. Going to the gym the first time and there are people like this

They can break you in half with their eyes.

5. Meanwhile you're doing this

6. Trying to follow "fitspo" workouts from Instagram but soon realizing you're a rookie

Even a good Insta filter can't fix this one.

7. Looking in the mirror after a few workouts and expecting this

But it's okay, it takes time!

8. Wanting to treat yourself to a cheat day and your conscience won't let you

You've come too far!

9. Adjusting to portion control in order to "shrink" your stomach

AKA always STARVING.

10. Finding yourself waking up sore more times than not

No pain, no gain.

11. Dreaming of carbs at night

Sweet, sweet dreams.

12. Developing determination made of steel

You've come too far.

13. Finding delicious clean recipes

14. Growing stronger and achieving fitness goals

Because you're a badass.

15. And finally, having the satisfaction of knowing it has all paid off!

If you dream it, you can achieve it!